Analytics

Standardizing Data Collection for Enhanced Security, Efficiency and Compliance

Government agencies collect large volumes of sensitive data, but they often rely on outdated and fragmented systems to manage it. Adding modern apps on top of paper-based processes and legacy platforms without a unified strategy can create more problems than it solves. The result is a high administrative burden for staff and slow, frustrating experiencesRead… Read more »

Data Privacy & Confidentiality: An Accessibility Hurdle

None of us wants our personal data exposed; think how closely we guard our Social Security numbers. But the privacy and confidentiality rules that protect our data often are complicated and wide-ranging. They include large-scale regulatory frameworks, such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), plus industry-specific rules and internal policies. Although oftenRead… Read more »

Breaking a Barrier to Data Accessibility: The Challenge of Too Many Data Formats

Most data today are unstructured, found in everything from Microsoft Word documents and PDFs to video and social media feeds. That array of formats makes it hard for users to collect, analyze and act upon data. It creates an obstacle to data accessibility.